welshguy

I have seen similar 'tokens' given as prizes from gaming machines in Las Vegas.

Correct me if I'm wrong please, but I've always known of this coin to be called a 'Soho' Penny, coming after the Cartwheel of 1797 and minted in Soho.... Have got quite a few of them, but none of them collectable (Detector Finds)

I got 263

Done a few searches on Google (Had a bit of time on my hands) Could be a Spanish 'Half Real' c1490 Ferdinand and Isabella....on the other hand it could be something completly different...

Hi Geordie, Is it a Detecting find ? Have you tried the FLO for your area....The one in my area is very helpful in getting coins identified. Looks continetal to me. I like hammered coins, got several, some in excellent condition.

Thank you Kuhli. This forum is a mine of information. I'm glad I joined

I have a nice Victorian Copper coin from the Channel Islands. Don't know whether to call it a penny or not, as it has written on it 'One thirteenth of a shilling' It's in the attic somewhere, i'll have to dig it out and do a scan as it's in lovely condition...Bought it in a car boot sale for a £1. Can anyone tell me anything about it, as nothing in the reference books I have.

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I did a search on Google...found reference to a similar described coin/token. Quote.....Copper touching ceromony ticket/token. 3 masted ship/St Micheal slaying dragon. Peck 496. GVF. Scarce. This was at www.croydencoinauction.co.uk on a PDF file. I can't add anymore, but maybe a start.

Thanks for that, will give it a go.

Hi Everyone... My first attempt at scanning coins for posting on the site were OK, but the pictures came out huge although they were quite low as regards Kilobites.....My second attempt was much better and I think they are comparable with other members postings...... What I cant fathom out is how to get the head and tail in one picture, do I need special software to do this or can it be done via XP......Any help would be appreciated

Septimus

Septimus

Faustina ll

Scans attached......Coins not cleaned, as found,& scanned thru plastic of protecting coin holder but you can get a good idea of condition.